Post issue with G02/03 Z moves
Hi all
How can I get Mastercam to post out my "Arc" Lead in and Outs as line segments, I have tried all option but it still posts out with a G03/G02 move.
The reason that I want to post line segments is, I am programming for Mazak Variaxis I600 with smooth control and when in High Speed Machining mode the machine alarms when it sees a Z move in a G03/G02 line.
The other question I have is why is there a Z move in the below G03 lead in line, as the machine is already at the Z position
The Control Definition sets the Arc output options. If you want no arcs, then you need to disable Arc support in the Control Definition. I don't think that is what you really want though. I think want you want is to not allow Helix motion (G2/G3 with a Z move). Helix support is also enabled/disabled in the Control Definition file.
The Z move you are getting on the line after the G03 entry is likely just a result of rounding. Check the Z depth of the actual geometry. (I'm assuming since you a
